Witney Street Scene & Public Amenities
Witney is a town full of green spaces, streets to stroll, and public amenities that make everyday life a little easier. Witney Town Council works behind the scenes to maintain and enhance these spaces, keeping them safe, welcoming, and enjoyable for everyone.
🌳 Parks, Green Spaces & Trees
The Council cares for over 12 hectares of public open spaces, including parks, small green areas, flower beds, and shrubs. Seasonal floral displays – including hanging baskets, lamp post brackets, and mounted floral standards that bring colour to the town throughout the year.
We also look after over 9,000 trees! Trees are inspected on a five-year cycle, with urgent work carried out if safety is a concern. Our goal is to keep the town green, healthy, and full of life.
Further information can be found on the Witney Town Council Tree Policy
🪑 Benches & Street Furniture
Need a rest while you explore town? The Council maintains benches in parks, squares, and streets, ensuring there’s always somewhere to sit, relax, and enjoy your surroundings.
Other street furniture includes:
- Bus shelters – making waiting for your bus more comfortable, rain or shine
- Cycle racks – encouraging sustainable travel and secure bike parking
- Noticeboards – keeping residents informed about local news, events, and Council initiatives
- Bins & recycling points (on WTC land only) – helping keep Witney clean and litter-free
🗺️ Where We Work
Our responsibilities cover a variety of land and public spaces across Witney. Check out the Land Responsibilities Map below to see which areas we manage:
View a large version of the land responsibilities map
- Blue: Witney Town Council land
- Green: West Oxfordshire District Council land
- Pink: Oxfordshire County Council land
By looking after these spaces and amenities, the Council helps make Witney a pleasant, safe, and vibrant town for everyone – residents, visitors, and future generations alike.
🛠️ Report a Problem
Witney Town Council encourages residents to help us keep the town safe, clean, and well-maintained. If you notice any issues on land we maintain – such as broken benches, overflowing bins, damaged noticeboards, or problems in parks – please contact us directly at:
Email: info@witney-tc.gov.uk
Phone: 01993 704379
For problems outside Town Council responsibility, such as uneven pavements, potholes, or issues on roads, please use Fix My Street.
This service is administered by Oxfordshire County Council and ensures that issues are investigated or passed to the relevant authority, including West Oxfordshire District Council or other bodies as needed.
By reporting issues, you help us all keep Witney a safe, attractive, and welcoming place for everyone.